Marine Resources Development Foundation has been in operation since 1970, and at its current facility in Key Largo, Florida since 1985. We are a 501(c)3 organization.
Our mission is to help improve the quality of life on earth through education and the responsible use of marine resources for food, fresh water, energy, minerals and medicine.
To fulfill this mission, MRDF has pioneered the development of techniques and technology required to live and work in the sea. At the same time, MRDF has created innovative and stimulating educational programs and research projects that enrich our appreciation of the marine environment and advance our ability to work more productively in harmony with the world around us. Currently, our activities are focused on our MarineLab education program and collaborative projects involving the MarineLab Undersea Laboratory.
MRDF supports its marine education programs, the MarineLab Undersea Laboratory, and research support systems through user fees and our donations program.